When a number of researchers use the same operational definition to measure a variable and achieve the same results the measure is said to be_______________?
Correct answer: B. reliable
- A. valid
- B. reliable
- C. factual
- D. internally consistent
- E. instrumental
Explanation
A measure is reliable when repeated use produces consistent results, including when different researchers apply the same operational definition. Validity instead concerns whether the measure actually measures the intended concept.
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